The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has announced the total and permanent cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East, saying the directive takes immediate effect from this Monday, 9th February, 2026.
The spokesperson for the proscribed group, Emma Powerful, said the order came directly from its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to ensure that normal life returns to the South-East.
They directed all markets, schools, offices, transport services, and economic activities to resume fully and normally saying there is no need, excuse, or justification for anyone to stay at home on Mondays.
However, they also cautioned state governments against taking action against traders who may still choose to stay at home saying any move to intimidate people with demolition threats or forced market closures will be firmly resisted.
